Carbon-neutral meal kit company Blue Apron has announced the launch of a new series of limited-time seasonal meal kits that intend to highlight the brand's "best of the season" products. To kick things off, the company has launched 'Summer Lobster Box,' which will begin being offered on June 10.
The new meal kit will consist of premium Maine-style lobster rolls and seasonal side dishes such as corn on the cob, creamy potato salad, and romaine and Bibb lettuce salad. In addition, the kit will come with accessories including a placemat and a custom basil lemonade cocktail recipe.
"While we have offered occasion-based, experiential meal kits in the past, including Thanksgiving, we are excited to feature these limited-time, seasonal meal-kits on an ongoing basis to provide our customers with everything they need to make entertaining easier, with minimal effort," said John Adler, Blue Apron’s Vice President of Culinary.
Seasonal Lobster Meal Kits
Blue Apron Launches New Seasonal Offering, 'Summer Lobster Box'
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